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Listing broker remarks

Tucked away on a quiet street in highly coveted West Cambridge, 2 Kenway Street is a beautifully reimagined Victorian that seamlessly blends period charm with contemporary luxury. Located just moments from , Fresh Pond, and the Charles River, this residence offers an unparalleled urban-suburban lifestyle. The sun-drenched interior features a thoughtfully designed kitchen with top of the line Thermador stainless steal appliances with French doors leading to a private fenced yard with elegant blue stone patio and deck. This deleaded home has 4 generous bedrooms, 3 sleek bathrooms, and a half bath on the first floor equipped with central AC & heat. A finished lower level completes the home for a cozy family room. Every detail of this home is meticulously planned and designed for a perfect living experience - including a balcony off the master suite. The home has a rare two-car driveway to complete this move-in-ready masterpiece.— Capital Gains Realty, Inc.

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Key details

  • 2,097 sq ft
  • 1,965 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 3.5 baths
  • 1903 built
  • $1,382 / sq ft
  • $16,066 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠3⁠1⁠5⁠1⁠
Last updated
Address
2 Kenway St
Town
Cambridge, MA
ZIP
02138
Deed (Bk/Pg)
79661 / 496

Historic designations

Local Historic District
Half Crown-Marsh

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Neighborhood: Cambridge

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.